Nokia C31 vs Realme C73

The Nokia C31 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C73 leads — 29/100 vs 10/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C73 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5050); the main camera is 13 MP vs 32 MP.

The Realme C73 is noticeably better than the Nokia C31 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C31
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 37
Design 50
Value for money 55
Realme C73
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 12
Battery 45
Design 53
Value for money 100
What makes Nokia C31 better?

  • Overall rating 10/100
What makes Realme C73 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5050 mAh
  • Better main camera: 32MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 197g vs 200g

  • Better camera (12/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (45/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (53/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia C31 vs the Realme C73, the Realme C73 scores 19 points higher (29/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C73 leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Realme C73 and the Nokia C31 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia C31: The Nokia C31 is a better fit for everyday use.
Realme C73: The Realme C73 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia C31 Realme C73
Processor Unisoc MediaTek Dimensity 6300
AnTuTu 524785
Geekbench Single 771
Geekbench Multi 1980
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1600 720x1604
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5050 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 15W
Main camera 13 MP 32 MP
Front camera 5 MP 8 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 4GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 12 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 625 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP64
Dimensions 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm
Weight 200 g 197 g
Price $120
Camera comparison
Nokia C31
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Realme C73
  • Main: 32MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
12
camera
Display comparison
Nokia C31
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Realme C73
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1604
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nokia C31
  • 5050 mAh
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Realme C73
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia C31
Price unknown
Realme C73
$120
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Realme C73 and the Nokia C31 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C31 or the Realme C73?

The Realme C73 is noticeably better than the Nokia C31 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the Nokia C31 and the Realme C73?

The Nokia C31 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Realme C73 — 29/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia C31 or the Realme C73?

The Realme C73 leads on camera score (12/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nokia C31 over the Realme C73?

The Nokia C31 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme C73 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.